Product Reviews

Virtually making everything sounds better, even a 128kbs MP3 sounds good

The bass on this tiny earbud is massive. I was using the Moondrop KXXS before and I thought the bass was good enough until I heard the N3AP. When I tested the N3AP, I was listening to "We are the hearts" by EXGF and the bass blew me away. Every bass beat threatened to disrupt my heart beat with the powerful thump. Although there is massive bass, it does not cover the mids and treble. The mids on N3AP is a bit recessed and I prefer the mids to be more forward. This is the only drawback for me. Fortunately, I managed to find a good cable to replace the stock one and the Smoky Litz cable (Silver Plated) brought the mids forward and N3AP + Smoky Litz cable + Sony triple comfort ear tips has become my favourite combo. The treble on KXXS has sibilance at the high end which is not good for listening to soprano vocals. The N3AP has smooth treble and there is no sibilance at all. It also has the clarity to bring out the best in soprano vocals. Now I'm able to enjoy the highest notes that the soprano vocals can reach while not hurting my ears. The N3AP is a highly recommended pair of earbuds for anyone who demands good audio when they listen to music. It does not break the bank at the current price point. Anything above this has massive diminishing returns in terms of audio improvements so I think the N3AP is at a good price point for music lovers.

In its stock form - It sounds smooth with good dynamics, soundstage and imaging. - The bass in this is controlled yet boomy. - Mids sits forward, sound clean yet slightly recessed. - Treble is relaxed and provides enough details. But when paired with aftermarket eartips such as Final audio type E clear/red or the JVC Spiral dots ear tips, it begins to show its real potential. Complementing it with a quality DAC/AMP on a balanced input and you have a product that performs well above its price tag.

I've always enjoyed Sony's sound signature with headphones. This particular model struck me as having the most sound quality "bang" for the price I would be paying. The sound stage is just wide enough for me to imagine the positioning of instruments and vocals. Bass is solid without it being overwhelming and the highs sparkle just enough without distracting and sounding harsh. The N3AP is paired with my NW-ZX300 and together it delivers music to my ears as it's meant to be heard. Highly recommended.

Sound quality was very good, only the design not really fit for me.

Sound and quality is excellent, design need improvement like the drum part will stuck on ear and cause pain after wearing for long time.

The sound produced by these headphones are phenomenal, clear bass and soft highs with a wide dynamic range.

I wish i found you earlier... But it's ok. I got you now

I am coming from the XBA-A3, and was first hesitant to buy the XBA-N3AP when I first saw it: Smaller dynamic driver and 1 less balanced armature. Only when I tried to listen to it was I impressed at how good it sounds. Compared to the A3, the bass of the N3 is still surprisingly as punchy and deep. The mids are still nice and smooth but wow the highs are so good on these, a step up from the A3! The sound also sound a little more spacious for some reason. Design wise, I wished the part of the cable that connects to the IEM is designed a little better. The smaller overall size compared to the A3 does make it easier to wear. An extra cable in the box would also be nice as I am very rough with my IEM's. Overall I am very satisfied with these and would recommend them if you have the money.

Excellent sound output, this headphone can play environmental sounds that I can feel instruments is playing around me. This is almost perfect with some flaws, left right sound volume doesn't sounds balance compare with my previous headphone, and you will feel a little weight of pulling your ears when wearing, so it will take some time to get used to it. Overall it is great headphone with high CP value(If you can get cheaper price from retail stores)

This is the most headphone I've ever used. Weird designs make my ears pain. Earplugs are also unstable and easy to fall off. I can't concentrate on the music. General headset wire control has three keys ( pause/play music and control the volume through in-line remote.）But there's only one button. I hope the next generation of products can be improved, I'm looking forward to sony headphone .

I have been using MDR-EX750NA for 2 year now and still good but when I try this on Sony KLCC, I just Wow the bass so smooth and the high so clear, it's really worth the upgrade and money.

Previously, I was using the XBA A1, which is an excellent pair of IEMS, smooth rich sound with good bass and top end sparkle. But I wanted to test the higher end and see whether the N3 were even better.. Long story short - they are! Top quality bass that digs very deep, superb sub-bass without any annoying mid-bass hump. Smooth mids, unaffected by the subterranean bass depth. Clear vocals, and great sparkly treble without sibilance. Very close to perfect sound if you like Sony sound signature. Very comfortable, the new design wears well. The only criticism would be not giving 2 cables as Sony did with the A series - annoying for the high price, should be one plain and one with mic, and I preferred the old style flat cable, the new one doesn't feel as good. But still recommend this IEM, the sound is top tier Hi-fi, no reservations. Send me a new cable, Sony and I'll be totally satisfied. :)

Most natural sounding IE I ever heard. Clean and smooth, just like listening to a high end bookshelf speakers at a distance with low volume.